The Saudi League Clasico between Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal at the Jewel Stadium was a thrilling affair, as the two teams drew 3-3.
The entire first half favored Al-Hilal, with the Blue Wave scoring three goals, starting with Theo Hernandez in the 12th minute, followed by Malcom’s two goals in the 24th and 41st minutes, all of which came from perfect counterattacks by Simone Inzaghi’s side.
Everyone thought the match was over, and that Al-Hilal would go into the second half to increase their lead, especially since the Blue Wave seemed to have a significant advantage over Matthias Jaissle’s side.
And things remained as they were until the usual madness of the Saudi League began in the 78th minute.
English striker Ivan Toney reduced the deficit in the 78th minute with a header, then revived Al-Ahli’s chances of equalizing with another header in the 87th minute.
In the first minute of stoppage time, Merih Demiral completed Al-Ahli’s comeback, scoring a stunning third equalizer with a stunning header amidst the frenzy at the Jewel Stadium.
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— رياضة ثمانية (@thmanyahsports) September 19, 2025
With this draw, both teams have five points this season in the Saudi League from the first three rounds, placing them in seventh and eighth place.
